OCALA, FLORIDA—
Ferraro Foods of Florida
Struck by rolling, sliding, or shifting objects non-running · Fractures
At a glance
Federal OSHA recorded a severe workplace injury at Ferraro Foods of Florida, 5437 Southwest 1st Lane, OCALA, FLORIDA 34474 on — Fractures , affecting the Foot (feet) and ankle(s).
Final narrative
An employee was using a pallet jack when it ran over his right foot. He suffered fractures to his toes and ankle. He was hospitalized.
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